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| Egypt anti-government protests continue, internet shut down Posted: Friday, January 28, 2011
Anti-government protestors in Egypt rallying against the rule of president Hosni Mubarak have taken to the streets for a fourth straight day throughout the country, demanding that the long-time leader step down and complaining of poverty, corruption, and oppression. The demonstrations supposedly were inspired by a popular uprising that saw Tunisian president Zine al-Abidine Ben Al ousted from office. A national curfew is in effect, but has been ignored by many. More... |
| Taliban bombing in Kabul supermarket leaves eight dead Posted: Friday, January 28, 2011 At least eight people have died after a suicide attack at a supermarket in Kabul, Afghanistan. The 'Finest' store, located in the strongly patrolled Wazir Akbar Khan area of Kabul, was popular with foreigners, being located near embassies, a few hundred yards from the British Embassy. The suicide bomber opened fire in the supermarket, which was protected by armed guards and was situated near a police checkpoint, before detonating a bomb, resulting in at least eight deaths and six wounded, including a child, both from Afghanistan and abroad. The Taliban have claimed responsibility for the attack, with Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid stating: "We claim responsibility for the attack, and it was carried out at a time when foreigners were shopping, including the head of a security company". More... |
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